Part-Time Program Staff - Relief

Job summary

Plan and deliver recreational and educational afterschool programs for children aged 6 to 17. Provide direct supervision, behavior management, and mentoring while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Job details

Relief Program Staff– Part-Time – After School BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area is an organization that believes in the promise of all children. Our team works with community volunteers, partners and other supporters to create safe environments for children to be between school and home and to provide caring mentoring relationships for children and youth. Now, more than ever, the kids in our community need us and we are looking for great staff to join our team. BGCBIGS VALUES THE DIVERSITY OF THE PEOPLE IT HIRES AND SERVES, AND WE ARE DEDICATED TO FOSTERING AN INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE EVERY INDIVIDUAL IS VALUED. DIVERSITY AT BGCBIGS MEANS FOSTERING A WORKPLACE IN WHICH INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES ARE RECOGNIZED, APPRECIATED, RESPECTED AND RESPONDED TO IN WAYS THAT FULLY DEVELOP AND UTILIZE EACH PERSON'S TALENTS AND STRENGTHS. BGCBIGS IS COMMITTED TO UPHOLDING THE VALUES OF EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AND WE ACTIVELY ENCOURAGE APPLICATIONS FROM MEMBERS OF GROUPS EXPERIENCING BARRIERS TO EQUITY. BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters is seeking individuals interested in the following position(s): Competition Number: PS0726– Part-Time Program Staff Relief Position Positions: Two Status: Temporary Part Time Position(s) Available: 1 X Relief Staff Thursdays 5 hours/ Week 1 X Relief Staff Thursdays and Fridays 10 Hours/ Week Salary Range: $22.48 per hour The key responsibilities of this position will include: * Planning and delivering fun and safe recreational and educational afterschool programs to children ages 6 to 17 years. * Providing direct supervision, behavior management, support and mentoring to children and youth ensuring positive relationships occur. * Building relationships with children and youth in order to understand their individual and collective needs from the program. * Maintaining up-to date required documentation and completing other required reporting. * Completing tasks related to the daily routine including basic food preparation, serving and cleaning. * Following all safety and cleaning protocols set out by AHS and the agency in order to safely run programming. * NOTE: This position supports indigenous based programming including ceremonial smudging. The successful candidate will have: * Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and youth in a group setting. * An in-progress degree or diploma in a human services related field such as social work, child and youth care, education. * Demonstrated understanding of others and the ability to facilitate groups of children and youth. * Demonstrated good communication skills (written and oral). * Ability to manage time with youth effectively and be results oriented. * Ability to function independently and as part of a team. * A satisfactory Police Information Check (including Vulnerable Sector) and an Intervention Record Check completed within the last 6 months. * A valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and auto insurance with at least $2 million in liability coverage. Candidates must be capable of performing independently as well as part of a team environment and have excellent interpersonal skills. BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area really is “a great place to be”. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment, excellent benefits package and rewarding career opportunities. Please apply by October 1, 2026.

What you’ll do

Plan and deliver recreational and educational afterschool programs for children aged 6 to 17. Provide direct supervision, behavior management, and mentoring while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience working with children and an in-progress degree or diploma in a human services field. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and pass a police information check.

Benefits

• Supportive work environment • Excellent benefits package

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Cleaning · Preferred
• Child supervision · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Group Facilitation · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Child supervision
• Behavior management
• Mentoring
• Program planning
• Group facilitation
• Communication skills
• Time management
• Food preparation
• Cleaning
• Safety protocols
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Documentation
• Behavior Management
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Working With Children
• Social Work
• Communication
• Food Preparation
• Human Services
• Interpersonal Communications
• Mentorship
• Time Management

Job areas

• Social Services
• Education
• Sports & Recreation
• Program Staff
• Family / School / General Case Manager
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers